2004 DWR Cobra

KEY FACTS

• This DWR Cobra replica is an intoxicating and faithful recreation of the legendary AC Cobra, presented with a desirable specification.
• Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 5.7-litre Ford ‘small block’ V8 stroker understood to deliver 414.3bhp to the rear wheels via a four-speed ‘Top Loader’ manual transmission.
• This example is understood to have been built in 2004, though it is registered with the DVLA as a 1981 year car.
• The odometer indicates 1,803 miles, which the seller believes to be the genuine total.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This DWR (David Whitehurst Racing) Cobra replica is finished in a handsome shade of blue with contrasting polished metal rear wheel arch protectors, over a red leather-trimmed interior, featuring contrasting navy blue carpets, embossed ‘DWR’ logos on the seat backs, and silver trim highlights.
• It rides on a set of 15-inch 9J front and 12J rear Halibrand-style split-rim aluminium alloy wheels with faux three-spoke knock-offs, fitted with Avon Radial tyres.
• Equipment includes a space frame chassis, fibreglass bodywork, competition-developed Jaguar-based suspension, a Jaguar 3:07 ratio differential with Power Lock, MSD electronic ignition, a stainless steel side pipe exhaust system with carbon-fibre silencers, dual roll-over hoops, an SVA-spec full windscreen, a Mountney steering wheel, Willans harnesses, Smiths gauges, an Edelbrock Torker II intake manifold, a Holley 650 ‘double-pumper’ carburettor, braided fuel and oil lines, a blue anodised aluminium oil catch can, and elasticated door card storage pockets.
• The car comes with the original build sheet from David Whitehurst Racing and a selection of maintenance invoices.
• One ignition key is included, along with two immobiliser fobs and two master switch keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: paintwork was carried out on the front wings and rear arches in 2013.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 2 September 2025 at an indicated 1,681 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Various receipts are on file from Nelson Auto Electrical, showing continuous maintenance on the Cobra from 2007 through to 2021.
• In September 2014, a new remote servo was fitted to the clutch hydraulics; and in May 2014, the car received a new fuel pump and new twin horns.

SUMMARY

This DWR Cobra is an evocative tribute to the iconic 1960s AC Cobra, with genuine small-block V8 power. Finished in an eye-catching colour scheme, and equipped with Jaguar-based suspension and lightweight fibreglass bodywork, it would make an exciting companion for weekend drives and classic car show visits.

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